HCM CITY — A strong growth in interest in travel between China and Việt Nam is reported, underlining deepening tourism ties between the two countries following the launch of new flight connections. 

According to searches made on Agoda, Chinese travelers’ interest in Việt Nam increased by 90 per cent between July and August 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. 

The rise in travel interest follows the launch of new direct flight connections between Hà Nội and selected destinations in China, such as Ningbo, Chengdu, Shanghai and Xi’an, that have made travel more convenient. 

With the increase in flight options, Hà Nội is particularly poised to become a major draw for Chinese travelers, with Agoda data revealing that Chinese travel interest to the Vietnamese capital has grown 89 per cent year on year. 

Việt Nam’s National Statistics Office also reported that China was the leading source market for international arrivals to Việt Nam in August 2025, accounting for a quarter of all inbound visitors. 

Vietnamese interest in travelling to China followed a similar pattern, with searches up 50 per cent year-on-year for the July–August 2025 period. 

Vietnamese are increasingly looking to take advantage of the new flight routes to explore its northern neighbour for their next getaway. Travel interest to Ningbo increased 77 per cent, Chengdu 20 per cent, Shanghai 68 per cent, and Xi’an 130 per cent, reflecting a curiosity for cultural exploration to metropolitan hubs as well as lesser-known destinations.

Vũ Ngọc Lâm, country director, Vietnam, at Agoda commented: “Việt Nam is attracting more Chinese visitors by unlocking opportunities through improved flight connectivity, paving the way for travelers from China to discover Việt nam’s rich culture and landscapes, and for Vietnamese to explore China in return. Agoda is excited to play a role in connecting the two countries, making it easier for travelers to plan, book, and enjoy seamless journeys across the border.”

With over six million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, Agoda offers travelers seamless options to plan, book, and experience their journeys. From flights and hotels to tours and attractions, all can be combined in one booking on Agoda’s platform, making cross-border trips between Việt Nam and China easier than ever. — VNS